South Korea’s veterans minister plans tributes to former presidents Choi and Park
Kwon Oh-eul is due to attend a memorial for Choi Kyu-hah on October 22 and visit Park Chung-hee’s grave on October 26, Yonhap reported.
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New Zealand’s Labour Weekend forecast brings heat to some regions and heavy rain to others
Canterbury and parts of the eastern North Island are forecast to have warm days, while a Labour Day front could bring heavy rain and strong winds to the South Island.
Kim Yo-jong says North Korean border loudspeakers will be on standby within days
The new statement sets a nearer readiness timetable after Kim said a day earlier that broadcasts toward South Korea would resume within October.
US embassy accuses Canadian politicians of election interference ahead of midterms
An October 21 embassy fact sheet casts Canadian tariff measures and political meetings as efforts to influence US elections. Canadian officials reject that characterization.
Police shoot man during armed standoff in Massey, New Zealand
A 55-year-old man is in hospital after police shot him at a West Auckland home. Police say he fired toward officers; an investigation has begun.
USDA reports first New World screwworm detection in US wildlife, in Texas elk
An elk harvested on a Pecos County game ranch prompted additional wildlife surveillance and a planned change to an existing infested zone.
One killed, eight injured in attack on Saudi Arabia’s King Fahd airport
Saudi civil aviation officials said an attack at the Dammam airport killed one person and injured eight on October 21. The type of attack and who carried it out remain unclear.
Paris police restrict gatherings at central sites as France braces for protests
Gatherings are barred at the Élysée Palace, Bastille Square and other central Paris locations on Thursday. President Emmanuel Macron also rebuked foreign leaders over their...
Love Bittern Project seeks listeners for nationwide bittern count
More than 1,000 people have registered to listen for male matuku-hūrepo at New Zealand wetlands as the conservation group seeks a clearer population estimate.
Trump asks Supreme Court to lift halt on Big Bend border construction
The administration wants construction to resume in a West Texas border region that includes Big Bend National Park while a lawsuit over its legal waivers continues.
Arizona mother describes son being found breathing after hospital declared him dead
Alexus Fiordilino says she thought she heard her son breathe as she said goodbye. Her lawyer plans a complaint over his care, while police have referred the case for review.
Royal Regina Rifles colours return to Saskatchewan legislature after nearly 50 years
Eight historic flags are on public display in the Legislative Building’s rotunda after their removal from a Regina cathedral during renovations.
Nigeria’s House panel summons telecom chiefs over poor network quality
Executives from MTN Nigeria, Airtel Nigeria, Globacom and Mafab Communications have been directed to appear on 28 October to explain service problems affecting subscribers and...
Crocodilian climate history points to possible refuges after dinosaur-killing asteroid
A new study suggests crocodilian relatives followed warm habitats over millions of years, possibly leaving some in regions that remained suitable after the asteroid impact.
UAE nominates Lana Nusseibeh for UN secretary-general
The Emirati minister of state has entered the contest to succeed António Guterres, with the Security Council yet to recommend a candidate.
Taliesin West remains closed after roofing kills visitor during Arizona tour
Frank Lloyd Wright’s former winter home remained closed on October 21 after a visitor was struck by windblown roofing. Its owner has not announced when tours will resume.
US orders non-emergency staff and families to leave Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks
The State Department confirmed a departure order in Saudi Arabia. Reuters reported plans for family departures from other Gulf missions, but those missions were not identified.
Mexico charges former Chihuahua prosecutor César Jáuregui with treason over US role in drug raid
Federal prosecutors say Jáuregui allowed US personnel to join an April operation without approval. He denies wrongdoing, and a judge has yet to decide whether the case can proceed.